Corporate Counsel - Commercial

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your wellbeing, Petco is the place for you.

• We love all pets like our own
• We’re the future of the pet industry
• We’re here to improve lives
• We drive outstanding results together
• We’re welcome as we are

Petco is a category-defining health and wellness company focused on improving the lives of pets, pet parents and Petco partners. We are 29,000 strong and operate 1,500+ pet care centers in the U.S., Mexico and Puerto Rico, including 250+ Vetco Total Care hospitals, hundreds of preventive care clinics and eight distribution centers. We’re focused on purpose-driven work, and strongly believe what’s good for pets, people and our planet is good for Petco.

The Counsel II - Commercial will assist with a variety of legal matters arising in a global retail environment with a focus on contract drafting and negotiation in the areas of marketing/brand development, supply chain, and other consumer-facing activities (such as e‑commerce), as well as general commercial matters. This person will work under the supervision of an Assistant General Counsel, advising on a diverse and challenging array of matters affecting the company.

• Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of domestic and international commercial agreements, including transportation, supply chain, SAAS, licensing, merchandising, manufacture and supply, consulting, marketing, agency, benefits, and other operational agreements.
• Provide day‑to‑day legal counsel to various Petco departments and comprehensive management and resolution of legal inquiries from business team members.
• Assist Legal department efforts in the creation, implementation and refinement of forms, policies and procedures and prepare and deliver trainings to business groups from time to time.
• Work cross‑functionally with business teams across the company to analyze legal risks, devise creative solutions, and develop strong, trusted advisor relationships.
• Obtain and maintain a solid knowledge of company products, services and objectives.
• Consult with other members of Petco’s Legal Department as well as outside counsel as necessary in providing solutions to the challenges faced by various Petco business groups.

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top tier accredited law school
• Active state bar membership and in good standing
• 5+ years of applicable experience at an internationally/nationally recognized law firm and/or in‑house legal department
• Significant experience in structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of agreements and identifying key issues – preferably with experience in general commercial transactions and business counseling
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to business teams
• Highly motivated, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Pragmatic, business‑oriented approach to the practice of law with an ability to effectively balance risk mitigation with business needs

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Petco Animal Supplies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal